What’s the idea behind the newly formed Sydney Collage Society?
The idea behind SCS is to push the boundaries of cut-and-paste collage art. We focus on celebrating the creative community of Sydney, while also promoting and fostering a healthy appreciation for the art of collage across the whole of Australia through sharing, exhibiting and supporting the works of artists at home and abroad. I think that it’s always a positive to have new art societies/collectives in Sydney, where artists can collaborate and share ideas.
Collage is such an accessible art form and taught from a young age – but what kind of advanced techniques are involved for the more experienced artists?
It’s still common practice to use the traditional glue stick and scissors, but personally, I prefer to use spray adhesive and surgical scalpels to cut finer details – I find I get more of a cleaner/professional finish. But at the end of the day, it’s really up to the individual and what works for them.
Who are the artists involved in the opening exhibit, Cut It Out!?
We are made up of co-founders Leah Early and myself. And we’ve got Danilo Brandão, Nikolaus Dolman, Chelsea Tuesday and Kate Yurk on board with us. We’re always on the lookout for more artists!
Who else is providing entertainment on the night?
Besides all the impressive art which will be on show, will have great tunes from Black Zeros and Noire (DJ sets) and there will be plenty of Sailor Jerry to fill ya cup!
How do aspiring collage artists get involved with the Sydney Collage Society?
You can use Insta (@sydneycollagesociety) or hashtag #SCScollage, or send us your work at [email protected].
[Main image: From Me To Youby Kubi Vasak, below:All That We See by Kubi Vasak]
Cut It Out! group exhibition is on Friday December 11, at Lowroad Garage, 74 Oxford St, Paddington. For more head tosydneycollagesociety.com.
